Sexually transmitted diseases(STDs) are caused by a group of infectious microorganisms that are transmitted mainly through sexual activity. These agents represent a costly, burdensome global public health problem.
Chancroid is a bacterial disease that is spread only through sexual contact.Chancroid is a sexually-transmitted infection caused by a type of bacteria called Haemophilus ducreyi.
Granuloma inguinale is a sexually transmitted disease that is rarely seen in the United States.Granuloma inguinale is caused by the bacteria Calymmatobacterium granulomatis.
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection affecting the skin of the genitals.Herpes- genital; Herpes simplex- genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2.
Gonorrhea is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STD). It is a bacterial infection that is highly contagious and can be transmitted by any form of intimate contact.